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Council Member· 2022–2026

R. Kirk McPike

Alexandria

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At a glance

News mentions
1

Term ending Feb 9, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
2
Total speaking time
34:17
Avg per meeting
17:09
Segments
545

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Top issues during term (20)

critical↑Jan 2026[29]

New Townhome Construction and Scale at 415 North Alfred Street

Substantial private investment in new housing units with potential impacts on nearby property values and street parking.

high↑Jan 2026[28]

State of the Economy and Commercial Real Estate Trends

Informs regional economic development strategies and local budget priorities.

high↑Feb 2026[28]

Substandard Lot Regulations and Master Plan Amendments

Cuts hearing workload for staff and commissioners; no direct cost cited.

high→Jan 2026[18]

City Hall Renovation & Asbestos Remediation

Impacts capital project design and construction costs for the City Hall renovation.

critical↑Feb 2026[16]

Vision Clearance Standards and Street Safety

Property owners face potential deconstruction or relocation costs to bring the pergola into compliance.

high↑Jan 2026[13]

Regional DMVMoves Transit Plan Endorsement

Potential future capital contribution share, currently undetermined.

critical↑Jan 2026[12]

Green Building Plan and Energy Efficiency Standards

Could add modest upfront construction costs for developers while lowering long-term energy bills for building occupants.

medium↑Feb 2026[11]

Special Exception at 520 East Mount Ida Avenue

None on city funds; private investment in residential property.

high↑Jan 2026[10]

Infill New Construction Height and Scale Compatibility in Parker Gray

Private investment in new residential townhomes.

high↓Jan 2026[9]

Torpedo Factory Art Center Lease and Management RFP

Impacts city operational revenue and cultural tourism management costs.

high↓Jan 2026[9]

Commercial-to-Residential Conversions on North Washington Street

Private investment in commercial-to-residential conversion.

high↓Jan 2026[5]

Old Town Pool Replacement and Modernization

Capital investment for demolition and reconstruction of public recreational infrastructure.

critical↓Jan 2026[5]

Housing 2040 Plan Adoption

Future housing program investments and operational costs.

high↑May 2025[5]

environmental regulation

You're going to have to shell out cash for new electric equipment, and landscaping companies will likely pass those equipment costs onto your monthly bill.

high↓Jan 2026[3]

Office-to-Residential Conversion on Princess Street

Generates $41,395 for the Housing Trust Fund from the Washington Street conversion alone while revitalizing dead commercial corridors.

high↓Feb 2026[3]

Upcoming Zoning Ordinance Updates and Training

Minimal impact on city administrative resources.

high↓Jan 2026[2]

Infill Development and Scale on North Columbus Street

Encourages car-free urban living and provides infill housing investment, though localized drainage issues require private mitigation.

high↓Jan 2026[1]

Accessory Dwelling Unit Variance at 408 East Monroe Avenue

Private property development costs.

critical↓Jan 2026[1]

Collective Bargaining Agreements for City Public Safety and Administrative Workers

Requires annual budget appropriations across fiscal years for salary and benefit implementation.

medium↓Jan 2026[1]

Residential Special Exception at 2807 Ridge Road Drive

Private investment in residential property improvement.

Decisions during term (79)

Recorded while McPike was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approved5-0Feb 9, 2026

Approval of BZA #2025-00013 (409 East Custis Avenue)

approved5-0Feb 9, 2026

Approval of January 12, 2026 Meeting Minutes

approved5-0Feb 9, 2026

Election of Board Officers

approved5-0Feb 9, 2026

Consideration of the Minutes from the January 12, 2026, Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing.

approved7-0Feb 3, 2026

Consent Calendar (Upland Park and Windsor Avenue)

approved7-0Feb 3, 2026

Subdivision #2025-00012 - 102 East Monroe Avenue

approved7-0Feb 3, 2026

Special Use Permit #2025-00054 - 601 & 619 S. Patrick Street

approved7-0Feb 3, 2026

Rezoning #2025-00007 & DSUP #2025-10031 - Duke & Quaker Townhomes

tabled7-0Feb 3, 2026

Subdivision #2025-00006 & DSP #2025-00030 - 806 North Columbus Street

approved7-0Feb 3, 2026

Consideration of the minutes from the January 6, 2026 Planning Commission Public Hearing.

approvedFeb 3, 2026

Adjournment

approvedJan 27, 2026

Approval of Consent Action Docket (Items 9, 11, 12, 13)

approvedJan 27, 2026

Item 10: Resolution Regarding Transfer of Unencumbered Appropriations

approvedJan 27, 2026

Item 15: Resolution Endorsing the MWCOG and WMATA DMVMoves Plan

approvedJan 27, 2026

Item 16: Modifications to WMATA Funding Agreement for Potomac Yard Metrorail Station

approvedJan 27, 2026

Item 17: Consideration of the City Strategic Plan for FY26-FY28

approvedJan 27, 2026

Item 19: Consideration of City Council Schedule

tabledJan 27, 2026

Closed Session (if needed) 26-0595 Executive Session - Consideration of a closed executive session to discuss a personnel matter. [ROLL-CALL VOTE]

approvedJan 27, 2026

26-0597 Presentation of a Proclamation Recognizing February as Black History Month.

approvedJan 27, 2026

26-0591 Consideration of the Appointment of City Representatives to the City of Alexandria Supplemental Retirement Board and Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Board.